Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of our Strawberry Pound Cake Recipe. This delightful dessert showcases the sweetness of fresh strawberries, complemented by a luscious glaze that adds a perfect finishing touch. Moist and rich, this pound cake is ideal for birthdays, brunches, or simply as a treat for yourself. With its vibrant presentation and easy preparation, it’s sure to impress your family and friends. Whether served with fresh fruit or a dollop of whipped cream, this cake elevates any occasion into a memorable celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pint fresh strawberries (for the cake and glaze)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 5 large eggs (room temperature)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp strawberry extract (optional)
- 1/2 tsp red food coloring (optional)
- 2 tbsp strawberry puree (reserved from the cake)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for glaze)
- 1 tsp pure lemon juice or lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease your bundt or loaf pan.
- Blend half of the strawberries into a puree; reserve two tablespoons for the glaze.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda.
- Cream butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternating with buttermilk.
- Stir in vanilla extract, reserved strawberry puree, and optional food coloring.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- For the glaze, mix reserved strawberry puree with powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth; drizzle over cooled cake.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg